Chinese Is the Mother Tongue of the Largest Number of People,but

question 33

Multiple Choice

Chinese is the mother tongue of the largest number of people,but English is the most widely spoken language in the world.This indicates that:

• A)many people speak English as a second language.
• B)many native English speakers are learning Chinese.
• C)the population of native English speakers exceeds that of China.
• D)China will soon overtake English as the most widely spoken language.

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Definitions:

Indirect Coping

Strategies that involve dealing with stress and problems in a less direct manner, such as through avoidance, distraction, or seeking support from others.

Defensive Coping

Strategies employed to protect oneself from psychological harm by minimizing stress or conflict.

Aggressive

Behavior characterized by assertiveness, hostility, or an intention to cause harm to others.

Abreaction

A therapeutic process in which repressed emotions are brought to consciousness and expressed.